It's time to get optimistic, Reds fans! Jason Linden joined Chad Dotson for the latest edition of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast, and they're talking best-case scenarios. What if everything went absolutely right for the Cincinnati Reds in 2017? (Hint: it would be fun.)

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Chad Dotson was joined by Joel Luckhaupt for a special BREAKING NEWS edition of the podcast. Long-time Reds second baseman Brandon Phillips has been traded to the Atlanta Braves for two minor leaguers. Joel and Chad discuss what this means for the Reds in 2017 and beyond, and look back at the memorable career of one of the best second basemen in Cincinnati history.

We're back! It's the 2017 season of Redleg Nation Radio and we begin with some somber news: Homer Bailey has undergone another surgery on his elbow and won't be available by Opening Day. Jason Linden joins Chad Dotson for this episode, and the guys try very hard to remain optimistic as they address the various pitching scenarios facing the 2017 Cincinnati Reds. Enjoy!

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